POP3 and IMAP Mail servers

POP3 and IMAP Mail servers

1. IMAP

   • Is a way a device/client handles receiving e-mails. It allows two way communication between the server and devices.
   • Synchronises with other devices because it communicates back to the mail server to allow communication to continue.
     • This means other devices will know when e-mails have been deleted, read, or moved into folders.
   • Downloads a set number or e-mails but not attachments to the device.
     • This uses up less hard drive space. :)
     • This means you need an internet connection to get the rest of your content. :)

2. POP3

   • Is a way a device/client handles receiving e-mails. It allows one way communication between the server and devices.